The Elder Scrolls 6 Demo to Xbox Leadership Included a Giant Inflatable Rat, Placed Outside Bethesda Offices in Protest at Microsoft's Mass Layoffs

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Looks like not everyone at Bethesda was hyped just for the Elder Scrolls 6 demo reveal to Xbox bigwigs. Some devs decided to make a statement with a giant inflatable rat, spotlighting their frustrations over recent Microsoft layoffs right as execs rolled up. It’s a pretty stark visual reminder of the ongoing struggles workers face in the industry, even for highly anticipated titles.